938H

Wheel Loader

Cat® C6.6 Engine with ACERT™ Technology

Gross Power (SAE J1995) 147 kW/200 hp
Net Power (ISO 9249) at 1800 rpm 134 kW/182 hp
Bucket Capacity 2.3 to 3.0 m3
Operating Weight 15 100 to 15 600 kg
 938H Wheel Loader
H-Series Wheel Loaders – The New Standard For Midsize Loaders

Reliability and Durability Productivity and Versatility

! Proven components and technology ✔ ! Improved cycle times with Load-Sensing
hydraulic system
✔ ! ACERT Technology maintains performance, efficiency and
durability while meeting emissions regulations ✔ ! Locking differentials provide superior tractive effort in poor
underfoot conditions
! Heavy duty components stand up to all operating conditions
! Constant net horsepower through the operating range
! Strong, solid structures built to last
! Special machine arrangements for specialized applications
✔ ! Diagnostic systems monitor product health to ensure
reliability ! Large variety of Cat® Work Tools
! Unmatched parts availability and dealer support pg. 6
pg. 4

Performance you can feel with the capability

to work in the most demanding applications.
Unmatched operator comfort and efficiency
in a world class cab. Revolutionary electronics
and hydraulics for low-effort operation.
Increased productivity with lower owning
and operating costs.

✔ New features

2
Operator Comfort Serviceability Owning and Operating Cost
! Easy entry and exit ✔ ! Service centers for convenient ! Proven fuel efficiency
maintenance
! Excellent visibility ! Superior maintenance
! Comfortable environment ✔ Exceptional ground-level access
!
✔ ! Electronic systems monitor product
to service points
with controlled vibration health and performance
! Choice of steering and implement ✔ ! Monitoring systems and dealer
✔ ! Engine idle management system
support reduce unexpected downtime
control systems ! Complete dealer support
pg. 8 ✔ ! Cat Product Link giving you
high-speed access to a world-class pg. 12
dealer service
pg. 10

3
Reliability and Durability
The Cat 938H – Built Strong and Tough – Tested And Proven – Ready To Work

! Validated components and technology

! Electronic systems monitor vital machine components
! Excellent uptime from the best dealer support network in the industry
! Unmatched genuine Cat parts availability

Proven Reliability. The 938H features Engine. The Cat C6.6 is a 6.6 liter Air Management. Air management
many of the components designed and displacement, in-line six cylinder is a key concept in optimizing engine
proven in various Caterpillar products – engine. The C6.6 utilizes ACERT performance and controlling emissions.
all contribute to the reliability of Technology, a series of Caterpillar Engines must breathe clean cool air in
the 938H: engineered innovations that provides order to perform. To aid this, the C6.6
advanced electronic control, precise fuel uses a turbocharger fitted with a smart
! Frames
delivery and refined air management, waste gate to give precise and reliable
! Axles resulting in outstanding performance control of the boost pressure. A new
and lower emissions. cross-flow design in the cylinder head
! Countershaft powershift transmission
The C6.6 with ACERT Technology facilitates air movement, while tighter
! Individual component cooling system offers a compact design with big, heavy tolerances between the piston and
duty engine features for outstanding cylinder wall reduce blow by gases.
! Cab
durability, reliability and performance.
Fuel System. Through multiple injection
ACERT™ Technology. Since March 2003, The C6.6 incorporates a new cross flow
fuel delivery, fuel is introduced in
ACERT Technology has been proving cylinder head design, 4 valve head and
the combustion chamber in a number
itself in on-highway trucks. More an ADEM A4 electronic controller.
of precisely controlled microbursts.
recently it has proven itself again in field The C6.6 also features a proven
Injecting fuel in this way allows for
tests of off-highway equipment. cylinder block, pistons and crankshaft.
precise shaping of the combustion cycle
This technology allows Cat engines
Electronic Control ADEM A4. while reducing engine sound levels
to meet durability and reliability
The Advanced Diesel Engine
expectations without sacrificing Fuel Pump. The C6.6 uses an oil-
Management – Electronic Control
performance. lubricated high-pressure fuel pump
Module consistently monitors important
to feed a common fuel rail. By using
Engine Idle Management System. engine conditions and functions. It uses
an oil-lubricated fuel pump, the C6.6
The Engine Idle Management System sensors throughout the engine to
has been designed to be more tolerant
(EIMS) maximizes fuel efficiency regulate fuel delivery and all other
of alternative fuels.
and provides flexibility in managing engine systems that require input to
idle speeds for specific application manage load and performance. The
requirements. Four controlled idle speeds ADEM A4 controller is the brain
are available. behind engine responsiveness, self-
diagnosis, controlling emissions and
fuel economy.

4
 Counterweight. The two-piece counter-
A weight is integrated into the 938H design
and provides added protection for the
B lights by incorporating them into the top of
C the structure.
Caterpillar Designed Components.
Components used to build Cat Wheel
Loaders are designed and manufactured to
Caterpillar quality standards to ensure
Powershift Transmission. The 938H Integrated Braking System. The Cat
maximum performance even in extreme
continues to use powershift transmission exclusive Integrated Braking System
operating conditions.
technology proven on previous series. reduces axle oil temperatures and
Engine electronic control modules and
The countershaft powershift improves transmission neutralizer
sensors are completely sealed against
transmission features heavy-duty smoothness. IBS has a direct impact
moisture and dust. Deutsch connectors and
components to handle the toughest on durability of the axles and brakes
electrical wire braiding ensure that
applications. Built-in electronic controls especially in applications involving
electrical connections resist corrosion and
enhance productivity and durability. long distances and/or heavy braking.
premature wear.
A Downshift logic only
Controlled Throttle Shifting. Control Hoses are engineered and manufactured
B Brake application initiated
Throttle Shifting regulates engine speed for high resistance to abrasion, excellent
C Self-adjusting transmission
during high-energy directional and gear flexibility and easy installation and
neutralization
changes for smoother shifting and longer replacement.
component life. Structures. The articulated frame design Caterpillar® couplings use o-ring face seals
of the 938H features a durable plate to provide positive sealing for durable
Electronic Clutch Pressure Control.
engine frame and two plate loader tower leak-free connections.
Electronic Clutch Pressure Control
that is robotically welded. Robotic Heavy duty components reduce the risk of
(ECPC) system modulates clutches
welding creates frame joints with deep leaks, corrosion and premature wear,
individually to improve shift quality,
plate penetration welds and excellent increasing uptime and helping to protect
component life and operator comfort.
fusion for maximum strength and the environment.
Adjustment is simplified with all
durability.
solenoid valves externally mounted Monitoring Programs. Monitoring product
on top of the transmission housing. Linkage. The 938H linkage is a single- health is key to maintaining reliability of
tilt Z-bar design. Z-bar linkage any equipment. Many programs are
Axles. The 938H axles are designed by
generates excellent breakout force and available on the 938H to help you track
Caterpillar for durability in all operating
good rack back angle for better bucket machine health.
conditions. The front axle is rigidly
loading and load retention.
mounted to the frame to support the
Lift arms are solid steel, providing
weight of the wheel loader and withstand
superior strength with an excellent front
internal torque loads as well as external
end viewing area. The proven design
forces encountered throughout operation.
offers excellent dump clearance
The rear axle is designed to allow ± 12°
and reach.
oscillation. All four wheels remain on
the ground over uneven terrain providing
excellent stability and traction.

5
Productivity and Versatility
Work Smart And Move More

! Hydraulics are easy to control Constant Net Horsepower. On many Countershaft Powershift Transmission.
with low effort competitive machines, gross horse- The electronic countershaft powershift trans-
power is constant, meaning that net mission with automatic shift capability is
! Differential locks provide
engine power available for actual work designed and built by Caterpillar. The very
maximum traction in varying
will vary based on demands made responsive, full-power speed and directional
underfoot conditions
from parasitic sources, such as air changes provide excellent cycle times and
! Constant net horsepower across conditioning or cooling fans. productivity.
various applications The Cat C6.6 engine is electronically
Fuel Economy Mode. Match transmission
configured to provide constant net
! Standard and optional features shifting patterns to machine application
horsepower at full parasitic load
that maximize productivity requirements. The Fuel Economy Mode
enhancing productivity and improving
(within Messenger) provides operators with
Load-Sensing Hydraulics. fuel efficiency.
the ability to choose between three different
The 938H features a Load-Sensing
shift modes in order to maximize shift quality
hydraulic system that supplies flow
and fuel efficiency.
and pressure for the implements
only upon demand, and only in the
amounts necessary to perform
the needed work thus providing a
more efficient loader.
With the new S3PC Priority
Proportional Pressure
Compensation Valve, implement
control is improved over the pre-
vious system – raise/lower and rack
back/dump can be operated
simultaneously.
Operators will notice enhanced
ease of operation, more rimpull
into the pile and a 16% increase New! Differential Lock. Maximize pro- Ride Control. The optional Ride Control
in lift force. ductivity with the new hydraulic System improves ride, performance and load
locking front differential. This standard retention when traveling over rough terrain.
feature provides operators with the Operators gain confidence moving at higher
confidence to maneuver through poor speeds in load and carry operations decreasing
underfoot conditions with ‘on the fly’ cycle times and increasing productivity.
engagement.
Variable Shift Control. Match transmission
A Caterpillar exclusive, the optional
shifting patterns to machine application
automatic front/rear locking differential
requirements. Variable Shift Control (VSC)
collects input from sensors throughout
improves shift quality and fuel efficiency
the loader and adapts tractive effort
in certain applications by allowing the trans-
to meet operating requirements.
mission to upshift at lower engine RPMs.

6
 3
1
1 4

2
2 5

1 Standard Universal Buckets. forming box sections. These structures 4 Quick Couplers. They provide
These flat floor buckets, equipped act as protection against impact and unmatched versatility and allow one
with various Ground Engaging Tools, twisting forces. All buckets have operator with one machine to perform
provide easier pile penetration, better integral spill plates that prevent rear a wide variety of tasks, resulting in
fill factors and faster loading cycles; spillage, keeping material away from greater machine performance and cost
they are offered in a wide range of the linkage. Hardened weld-on rear efficiency. Use the dedicated quick
capacities and are recommended in all wear plates protect the bottom of the coupler actuation circuit (optional) to
applications, except fulltime bank or bucket for greater durability. Bucket activate the quick coupler and change
rock loading. All buckets feature side plates are also reinforced in their mechanical tools without leaving the
integral spill plates to prevent rear lower portion with additional wear cab. Having a dedicated circuit also
spillage, as well as, bottom and side plates for longer life. leaves the third valve solely to actuate
wear plates for greater durability. hydraulic tools without the need for
3 Universal Buckets with
diverter valves.
2 General Excavation Buckets. Back Grading Edge.
Built to handle the toughest In this configuration, an additional full- 5 Pallet Forks (PS). Pallet forks are
conditions, these slope floor buckets width box-section profile with a wear the ideal tools for handling a variety
feature a well proven, shell-tine edge is welded at the back of the bucket of materials.
construction design that resists floor. The bucket base edge and the
twisting and distortion and are additional rear edge are at the same
excellent for bank and excavation level, providing better grading capabilities.
applications. Bucket hinges are part of This bucket can be fitted with welded
a structure that extends under flush mounted adapters and tips still
the bucket shell to the cutting edge, allowing excellent grading capability.

7
Operator Comfort
Work Comfortably And Efficiently

! Comfortable operation
! Excellent visibility
! Easy entry and exit
! Low effort steering
Operating Environment. The 938H
provides operators with a comfortable
operating environment with generous
storage space and excellent visibility.
Seat. The durable seat adjusts 6-ways
to accommodate all sized operators.
The seat features an automotive style
lumbar support for maximum comfort.
The Cat C-500 Series Comfort air-
suspension seat is optional as is a
heated backrest and seat cushion.
Visibility. The 938H offers excellent
visibility to the front and rear of the
machine. Distortion-free flat glass
stretches to the floor of the cab for
excellent visibility to the bucket.
Wet-arm wipers on both front and back
keep the windows clean in any
condition.
Rear Vision Camera. An optional rear
vision camera is available to clearly
monitor movement behind the wheel
loader.
Lighting Packages. In addition to the
standard roading lights, optional lighting
packages are available for low-light
applications. Optional auxiliary halogen
or High Intensity Discharge (HID) cab
lights provide exceptional lighting for
night work. A rotating beacon is
available as a safety feature.

8
 Steering. Caterpillar’s low effort Load-
Sensing steering directs power through
the steering system only when needed.
The new hand metering unit and
priority valve provide operators with
full steering and multi-function
capability at low engine RPM’s.
The combined steering column and
instrument panel tilt for maximum
operator comfort.
Implement Control Pod. The newly Controls. Key machine controls are Entry and Exit. A ladder with aggressive
restyled implement pod provides conveniently located within arms reach tread pattern keeps debris build-up to a
superior comfort through the full length and allow better efficiency while minimum. The ladder is at a 5° forward
adjustable armrest. Standard trans- minimizing operator fatigue. incline for easy entry and exit.
mission F-N-R switch allows operators A variety of machine controls are also The main cab door opens a full 180°
to keep their hand on the implement contained within the Messenger display. and latches in place to allow safe
control levers while making directional By accessing various menus, an navigation to the rear of the machine.
shifts. An optional joystick with operator can tailor the machine to fit The right side door opens 10°, or
integrated F-N-R switch is available operating style and application. completely for secondary exit simply
and replaces the lift and tilt levers. For multi-shift operations, personalized by pulling a pin. A full-length ladder
settings for each operator can be on the right side facilitates safe exit
established and stored for maximum if needed.
uptime and comfort.

9
Serviceability
Easy To Maintain – Easy To Service.

! Grouped service points and sight S•O•SSM Services. Keep minor repairs from
gauges for easy daily maintenance becoming major ones and avoid complete
! Convenient access to engine failures. By regularly taking samples from
compartment for excellent the ports provided, your Cat dealer tracks
serviceability wear of components and parts, oil
performance, and oil condition and uses that
! Swing-out grill and cooling cores data to predict wear-related problems before
for easy cleaning they happen. Often a simple adjustment or
! Electronic systems to monitor product replacement of a part, based on S•O•S
health reports, can keep a small problem from
turning into a major repair – allowing your
New! Multi-Piece Axle. With the machine to be running when you need it,
introduction of Caterpillar’s new multi- not waiting in the shop for service.
piece axles, service brakes and final Sampling valves on the 938H allow quick
drives are located outboard and provide access to engine, transmission and hydraulic
easy access when service is required. oils for S•O•S analysis. Oil change intervals
Autolube. Reduce time spent on daily and other services can be optimized
maintenance and downtime for according to your work schedule, reducing
unplanned repairs due to inadequate downtime and managing expenses.
greasing with the optional Caterpillar Brake Wear Indicators. Axles are equipped
Ground Level Grease Points. Grease
Automatic Lubrication System. Precise with standard brake wear indicators,
fittings are grouped on the right side of
lubrication of pins and bushings at allowing a technician to easily determine
the machine in two convenient locations
specific intervals improves component when it is necessary to service the brakes.
thus facilitating easy lubrication of vital
wear and reduces ground contamination
from excessive greasing.
components throughout the machine. Sight Gauges. Well-protected, yet easily
visible sight gauges for the transmission,
hydraulic oil and radiator coolant allow
easy daily checks while reducing the risk of
contaminants entering the systems.
Fuel Priming Pump. An electrical fuel
priming pump is located between the fuel
tank and the combined water separator/
primary fuel filter. The electric priming
pump eliminates the need to pre-fill or
manually prime filters after a change, thus
reducing contamination and improving
injector life.
Cat Product Link. With Product Link
customers and dealers can remotely obtain
machine diagnostics. The system provides
updates on service meter hours, machine
Hydraulic Service Center. Transmission Electric Service Center. A lockable health and equipment location.
and hydraulic oil filters are located in compartment located just below the
the Hydraulic Service Center, behind left side access platform contains key
the hinged, right-side access ladder. electrical components such as the remote
The hydraulic oil tank can be drained jump-start receptacle, battery disconnect
from this location using the access port. switch, circuit breakers and hood
actuation switch. The maintenance free
batteries are conveniently located under
the Electric Service Center .

10
Engine Compartment Access. access to the engine and cooling Cooling System. Cooling system access
A single mechanical lift cylinder compartments and if necessary, for clean-out and maintenance
with manual back-up opens the hood. the entire hood can be removed is outstanding. The perforated and
The tilting hood provides excellent with the built-in lift points. corrugated grill minimizes debris build-
up and swings out for easy cleaning
and access to the cooling cores.
The full-width air conditioning
condenser and oil cooler cores swing
out 45° to allow easy cleaning of the
rear radiator face. An access panel
located on the right side of the radiator
support structure provides access to the
front face of the radiator and ATAAC
cores for easy cleaning.
Service Capabilities. Cat field service
technicians have the experience and
tools necessary to service your loader
on site. Field service trucks are fully
loaded with state-of-the-art tools
and diagnostic equipment as well as
specifications and schematics for every
Cat machine. Technical experts at the
dealership and Caterpillar are available
With the hood closed, quick checks of Remote Pressure Taps. Pressure taps for to provide assistance to field service
the engine oil level, coolant site gauge key systems are grouped and centrally technicians when needed.
and air inlet indicator can be completed located throughout the machine and
through the side service door. help facilitate quick diagnostics.
Ecology Drains. Engine, transmission Electric Priming Pump. An electric fuel
and hydraulic oils can be easily drained priming pump located on the primary
with standard-equipment ecology fuel filter base eliminates the need to
drains. An axle oil ecology drain is pre-fill or manually prime filters after
optional. a change, eliminating engine
contamination.

11
Owning and Operating Cost
The 938H – Best Value For Your Operation

! Sight gauges, grouped maintenance

points, easy engine access, ecology
drains, maintenance-free batteries –
all simplify daily maintenance
! Electronic monitoring systems track
product health to avoid unscheduled
costly repairs
! Unsurpassed parts availability
reduces downtime
Cat Messenger. Messenger offers the
! Excellent resale value provided by
comfort of providing real-time, visual
genuine Cat quality, outstanding
feedback on engine and machine
dealer service and unmatched dealer
operating conditions. It displays
support programs
information on diagnostic codes,
! Caterpillar Financial Services and Cat maintenance and system parameters.
dealers understand your business
Cat EquipmentManager.
Engine Idle Management System. EquipmentManager uses key indicators
The Engine Idle Management System from equipment such as hours, location
! Hydraulic service center
(EIMS) maximizes fuel efficiency and diagnostic codes and combines
and provides flexibility in managing ! Electric service center them with powerful tools like mapping,
idle speeds for specific application maintenance and repair scheduling as
! Airborne debris-resistant, swing-out
requirements. Four controlled idle well as troubleshooting instructions.
grill provides more efficient airflow
speeds are available. This application enables quick
! Hibernate Mode. Idle speed drops ! Well-protected, easily visible sight identification of actions required to
after a preset time to provide lower gauges maximize equipment uptime and
fuel consumption, reduced sound control owning and operation costs.
! Ground level maintenance points
levels and lower emissions.
! Work Mode. Adjustable working idle
Cat Machine Security System. Stolen
! Easy access to engine compartment
equipment equates to lost production
speeds according to customer ! Ecology drains for simple and clean and increased costs. Eliminate machine
preference and operating conditions.
! Warm-Up Mode. Keep the engine at a
fluid drainage theft and unauthorized usage with the
Cat Machine Security System (MSS).
consistent temperature in cold ! Brake wear indicators for ease of
MSS is integrated into the machine’s
conditions. inspection
! Low Voltage Mode. Prevent battery
electronic system and can protect most
! Maintenance-free batteries brands of equipment by requiring a
drain due to high electrical loads from
uniquely coded key to start the machine.
attachments and accessories. ! Extended oil and filter change
intervals S•O•S Services. Managing component
Maintenance. Proper maintenance
life and machine availability decreases
of your wheel loader can help control Monitoring Systems. Monitoring
downtime while improving your
expenses and lower your owning and product health simplifies maintenance
productivity and efficiency. S•O•S
operating costs. The 938H provides planning and reduces costs.
Services can help you do that. Regular
unmatched serviceability by offering:
Cat Product Link. With Product Link fluid sampling is used to track what
customers and dealers can remotely is going on inside the equipment.
obtain machine diagnostics. The system Wear-related problems are predictable
provides updates on service meter and easily and quickly repairable.
hours, machine health and equipment Maintenance can be done according
location. to your schedule, resulting in increased
uptime and flexibility in maintenance
and repair before failure.

12
 Resale Value. Owning quality
equipment is a very important factor in
maintaining resale value. Cat not only
supplies quality equipment but also
provides product and dealer support to
maintain the reliability and durability
of your machine.
Customer Support Agreements.
A Customer Support Agreement (CSA)
is any arrangement between you and
your Cat dealer that helps you lower
your total cost per unit of production.
CSAs are flexible, allowing them to
be tailored to your business. They can
range from simple Preventive
Maintenance Kits to sophisticated
Total Cost Performance Guarantees.
Having a CSA with your Cat dealer
allows you more time to do what you
do best – run your business.
Caterpillar Equipment Training
Solutions. A thorough understanding of
machine systems and a high level
of skill in operation helps achieve
maximum efficiency and improves
return on investment. Caterpillar
Dealer Support. The Caterpillar global Parts Availability. Caterpillar Equipment Training Solutions programs
network of independently-owned dealers provides an unsurpassed level of help provide operators with high levels
is the best in the world at providing personalized service for your wheel of proficiency and confidence. Contact
support to keep your loader up and loader. With parts distribution your Cat Dealer for more information
running. Known for parts availability centers worldwide, most parts can on Caterpillar Equipment Training
and technical expertise, Cat dealers be delivered in 24 hours. Easy access Solutions programs.
are partners in your business. to parts reduces downtime.
Caterpillar Financial Services
Corporation. Cat Financial understands
your business, your industry and the
challenges you face. That’s why they
can provide payment plans to fit your
unique needs – and to help you achieve
your goals.

13
Engine Sound ROPS/FOPS
Cat C6.6 with ACERT Technology Operator Sound ! Caterpillar cab with integrated
Gross Power 147 kW/200 hp The dynamic operator sound pressure Rollover Protective Structure (ROPS)
Net Power at 1800 rpm level measured according to ISO is standard in Europe.
6396:1992 is 73 dB(A) for a cab offered ! Rollover Protective Structure ROPS
ISO 9249 134 kW/182 hp
by Caterpillar, when properly installed, meets ISO 3471:1994 criteria.
80/1269/EEC 134 kW/182 hp maintained and tested with doors and ! Falling Objects Protective Structure
Peak Torque (net) at 1400 rpm 840 Nm windows closed. (FOPS) meets ISO 3449:1992
Total Torque Rise 38% Level II criteria.
Exterior Sound
Bore 105 mm The European Union 2000/14/EC
Stroke 127 mm labeled exterior sound power level is
Displacement 6.6 liter 105 dB(A) for the machines certified
to that requirement. Brakes
! All engine horsepower (hp) are metric
For the standard machine configuration,
including front page.
the sound power level is 109 dB(A)
! EU Stage IIIA compliant Meet ISO 3450:1996 standard.
measured according to the dynamic test
! Rating for net power advertised based
procedure and conditions specified in
on power available when the engine
ISO 6395:1988.
is equipped with alternator, air cleaner,
muffler and on-demand hydraulic fan
drive at maximum fan speed.

Operating Specifications Hydraulic System Transmission

Operating Weight 15 500 kg Implement System Forward km/h
Static Tipping Load, Pump Output 295 l/min 1 8
Full Turn 10 200 kg Hydraulic Cycle Times seconds 2 15
Breakout Force 123 kN Raise 5.4 3 26
Bucket Capacities 2.3 to 3.0 m3 Dump 1.4 4 43
! Operating weight with Lower, Empty, Float Down 2.7 Reverse
2.8 m3 universal bucket Total 9.5 1 8
and bolt-on cutting edge. ! Implement system, (standard) piston 2 15
pump (rated at 2100 rpm and 70 bar) 3 26
! Cycle times with rated payload ! Maximum travel speeds (20.5 R 25 tires)

Axles Service Refill Capacities Tires

Front Fixed Liters 20.5 R 25, L-3 XHA
Rear Oscillating ± 12° Fuel Tank 247 20.5 R 25, L-3 GP2B
Maximum Single- Cooling System 36 650/65 R 25, L-3 XLD
Wheel Rise and Fall 420 mm Crankcase 17 (Low Profile)
Transmission 43 In certain applications (such as load and carry)
the loader’s productive capabilities might
Differentials and Final Drives exceed the tires’ tonnes-km/h capabilities.
Front 57 Caterpillar recommends that you consult a tire
Rear 53 supplier to evaluate all conditions before
selecting a tire model. Other special tires are
Hydraulic Tank 89 available on request.

14 938H Wheel Loader specifications

Dimensions
All dimensions are approximate

12

7
13
6
1 2 5
16
3 14

15
10
4

11
8 9

mm mm
1 Height to top of ROPS 3356 10 Height to center line of axle 688
2 Height to top of exhaust pipe 3099 11 Center line of rear axle to hitch 1510
3 Height to top of hood 2415 12 Rack back at maximum lift 65°
4 Ground clearance with 20.5 R 25, L-3 397 13 Dump angle at maximum lift 50°
5 Lift arm clearance at maximum lift 3435 14 Rack back at carry 50°
6 Bucket hinge pin height 3843 15 Rack back at ground 42°
Bucket hinge pin height, optional high lift 4266 16 Dump clearance at maximum lift and 45° dump 2771
7 Overall height – bucket raised 5284
8 Center line of rear axle to edge of counterweight 1869
9 Wheelbase 3020

Tire Specifications

Change in Change in Change in static

Width over tires vertical dimensions operating weight tipping load
mm mm kg kg
20.5 R 25, L-3 (XHA) 2674 0 0 0
20.5 R 25, L-3 (GP2B) 2619 +6 -53 -37
650/65 R 25, L-3 (XLD) (Low Profile) 2733 0 +519 +36

938H Wheel Loader specifications 15

Operation Specifications General Excavation Buckets

Bolt-on Bolt-on adapters, Bolt-on Bolt-on adapters, Bolt-on Bolt-on adapters,

Cutting Edge Tips and Segments Cutting Edge Tips and Segments Cutting Edge Tips and Segments

Rated bucket capacity m3 2.3 2.3 2.5 2.5 2.8 2.8

Struck capacity m3 2.0 2.0 2.1 2.1 2.4 2.4

Width mm 2700 2777 2700 2777 2700 2777

Dump clearance at full lift and mm 2889 2786 2849 2744 2771 2664
45° discharge 4
Reach at full lift and 45° discharge 4 mm 993 1098 1019 1123 1077 1179

Reach with lift arms horizontal and mm 2189 2336 2239 2386 2339 2486
bucket level 4
Digging depth mm 50 50 50 50 50 50

Overall length 4 mm 7193 7351 7243 7401 7343 7501

Overall height with bucket at full raise mm 5140 5140 5188 5188 5284 5284

Loader turning radius with bucket mm 11 946 12 104 11 971 12 131 12 024 12 185
in carry position
Bucket weight kg 1186 1294 1219 1327 1290 1398

Static tipping load straight 1 kg 12 193 12 096 12 113 12 016 11 948 11 849

Static tipping load at 37˚ articulation 1 kg 10 640 10 543 10 566 10 468 10 410 10 311

Breakout force 2 kN 142 141 135 134 123 122

Operating weight 1 kg 15 339 15 414 15 373 15 448 15 446 15 521

1 Static tipping load and operating weight shown are based on average machine configuration with
sound suppression cab and ROPS, secondary steering, air conditioning, ride control, roading fenders,
autolube, back-up alarm, 20.5 R 25, L-3, tires, full fuel tank, coolant, lubricants, lights, directional signals,
CE plates and operator.
2 For buckets with adapters, tips and segments, value is measured 100 mm behind the tip of the segment,
with bucket hinge pin as pivot point, in accordance with SAE J732C.
3 All buckets shown can be used on the high lift arrangement. High lift column shows changes in
specifications from standard lift to high lift. Add or subtract as indicated to or from specifications
given for appropriate bucket to calculate high lift specifications.
Dimensions for dump clearance, reach and overall length:
4Actual dimensions taken at the tip of the Ground Engaging Tools, either the tip of the bolt-on
cutting edge or the tip of the teeth, type long.

16 938H Wheel Loader specifications

 Universal Buckets High Lift 3

Bolt-on Bolt-on adapters, Bolt-on Bolt-on adapters, Bolt-on Bolt-on adapters,

Cutting Edge Tips and Segments Cutting Edge Tips and Segments Cutting Edge Tips and Segments

2.6 2.6 2.8 2.8 3.0 3.0 same

2.2 2.2 2.5 2.5 2.6 2.6 same

2706 2777 2706 2777 2706 2777 same

2738 2624 2696 2582 2654 2540 +423

934 1028 976 1070 1019 1113 +112

2279 2426 2339 2486 2399 2546 +381

85 85 85 85 85 85 +58

7312 7470 7372 7530 7432 7590 +482

5022 5022 5081 5081 5141 5141 +423

12 026 12 180 12 058 12 213 12 090 12 245 +517

1334 1475 1380 1521 1429 1570 same

11 768 11 668 11 676 11 575 11 583 11 481 -2005

10 254 10 154 10 167 10 066 10 078 9977 -1798

130 129 123 122 116 115 -6

15 429 15 506 15 476 15 553 15 524 15 601 +259

Bucket Selection Guide

Standard High Lift

m3 m3
*Universal 3.0 * Light material only *Universal 3.0
Universal 2.8 *Universal 2.8
Excavation 2.8 *Excavation 2.8
Universal 2.6 Universal 2.6
Excavation 2.5 Excavation 2.5
Excavation 2.3 Excavation 2.3
115% 100% 95%
kg/m3 kg/m3
1200

1400

1600

1800

2000

2200

2400

2600

1000

1200

1400

1600

1800

2000

2200

% = Bucket Fill Factor

Material Density Material Density

938H Wheel Loader specifications 17

Standard Equipment
Standard equipment may vary. Consult your Caterpillar dealer for specifics.

Electrical Mirrors, rearview: internal and external Other Standard Equipment

Alarm, back-up Power outlets; two 12 V, 5 A includes Counterweight
Alternator (24 V, 65 A) cigar lighter Fenders, Extension Platform Rear
Ignition key start/stop switch Radio ready, includes antenna, speakers Fenders, steel (front and rear)
Lighting System: and converter 12 V, 5 A Grill, airbone debris
Four halogen working lights; Seat KAB (cloth) with mechanical Guards (bottom crankcase and
two halogen roading lights suspension fuel tank)
with signals Seat belt, retractable, (50 mm wide) Hitch, drawbar with pin
Receptacle start (cables not included) Steering column, tilting Hood,1-piece, non-metallic power
Starter, electric (heavy duty) Storage compartment tilting
Switch, battery disconnect Sun Visor, Front Hoses, Caterpillar XT
Switch, F-N-R (located on implement Hydraulics, Load-Sensing
Operator Environment
pod) Kickout, lift, adjustable
Beverage / lunchbox holders
Wet-Arm windshield wipers; front and Kickout, tilt, adjustable
Bucket / work tool function lockout
rear (interval functionality) Linkage, Z-Bar, crosstube/tilt lever
Cab ROPS/FOPS, pressurized and
Window, Sliding (left and right side) Oil sampling valves
sound suppressed
Remote Diagnostic Pressure Taps
Cab heater and defroster Power Train
Sight Gauges: Engine coolant, hydraulic
Coat hook Axle oil cooler ready
oil and transmission oil level
Controls, lift and tilt functions Brakes, full hydraulic enclosed wet-disc
Steering, Load-Sensing
Electric horn, dual actuating: with Integrated Braking System (IBS)
Vandalism protection caplocks
steering wheel and implement pod Brake wear indicators
Instrumentation, Gauges: Differential Lock, Front Manual Tires, Rims, Wheels
Engine coolant temperature Open Differential rear A tire must be selected from the
Fuel level Drive line, extreme service mandatory attachments section. Base
Hydraulic oil temperature Engine, Cat C6.6 with ACERT machine price includes an allowance
Speedometer, gear and service meter Technology and ATAAC based on a premium brand tire.
Tachometer Fan, radiator, electronically driven,
Antifreeze
Transmission oil temperature temperature sensing on demand
Premixed 50% concentration extended
Instrumentation, Warning Indicators: Filters, fuel, primary/secondary
life coolant; freeze protection to -35 °C.
Brake charge pressure low Fuel priming pump (electric)
Electrical system voltage low Fuel/Water separator
Engine oil pressure low Monitoring System, axle oil
Hydraulic oil filter bypass temperature
Parking brake applied Muffler, sound suppressed
Primary steering malfunction Radiator, unit core with ATAAC
Transmission oil filter bypass Starting aid (glow plugs)
Light, dome (cab) Torque converter
Messenger Transmission neutralizer lockout
Transmission, countershaft, automatic
power shift (4F/3R)
Variable Shift Control (VSC)

18 938H Wheel Loader specifications

Optional Equipment
Optional equipment may vary. Consult your Caterpillar dealer for specifics.

Antifreeze, –50 °C Hydraulics, three or four-valve Regional Package Europe

Autolube Joystick control, two, three or Certified 2000/14/EC Sound Power
Buckets and work tools four valve required for EEC and EFTA applications
Bucket Ground Engaging Tools – see Ladder, cable – Conversion CE (Secondary Steering,
Cat dealer for details Lights, auxiliary cab lights Sound Suppression)
Camera, rear view Lights, high intensity discharge (HID) – Powertrain Guard, Bolt-on
Cooler, axle oil Light, rotating beacon – Front fenders, flat design
Differential Lock, automatic front and Machine Security System – Product Link
rear Mirrors, heated external – Air Conditioning
Drain, axle ecology Open canopy
Regional package AME/CIS
Ether Starting Aid Precleaner , turbine
– Powertrain Guard, Bolt-on
Fenders, roading Precleaner , turbine/trash
– Precleaner, Turbine
Guards, axle seal Quick Coupler, hydraulic horizontal pin
– Front fenders, flat design
Guard, front window, wide mesh Quick Coupler ready lines
– Air Conditioning
Guard, power train bolt-on Radio, AM/FM CD player
– Cooling, High Ambient
Guard, power train hinged Ride Control
Guard, hitch area Seat, air suspension
Guard, front driveshaft Seat, heated air suspension
Guard, roading light, front and rear Seatbelt, 75 mm wide
Guard, tilt cylinder Seatbelt, 75 mm wide (KAB)
Guard, transmission oil fill Steering, secondary
Heater, engine coolant, 120 or 230 V Sunscreen, rear
High Lift, three-valve Toolbox
High Lift, three-valve with hydraulic
horizontal pin quick coupler

938H Wheel Loader specifications 19

938H Wheel Loader

For more complete information on Cat products, dealer services, and industry solutions, visit us on the web at
[Link]
Materials and specifications are subject to change without notice. Featured machines in photos
may include additional equipment. See your Caterpillar dealer for available options.
© 2008 Caterpillar -- All rights reserved
CAT, CATERPILLAR, their respective logos, “Caterpillar Yellow” and the POWER EDGE trade dress as well as
HEHL3821 (02/2009) hr corporate and product identity used herein, are trademarks of Caterpillar and may not be used without permission.